Pakistan said on Saturday that it will take a decision on whether to extend the ongoing nationwide lockdown or ease restrictions on Monday, as the number of coronavirus patients rose to 4,970.
Speaking at a Press conference here, Planning and Development Minister Asad Umar said that Prime Minister Imran Khan will take a decision after his meeting with the National Coordination Committee on COVID-19, comprising senior officials of all provinces and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
“We will make a national decision on the lockdown,” said Umar. He also said that the country would suffer about Rs1,400-1,500 billion shortfall in revenues due to the nationwide shutdown.
Prime Minister’s Advisor on Health Dr Zafar Mirza said that Pakistan had lower number of cases than projected but people should not relax and follow the restrictions. “It will be a mistake to relax,” he said.